Looking for things to do with your kids? There are so many events that happen throughout the year in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Cessnock and Port Stephens area. Here’s a list by month of local events which you can enjoy with your family.
There is a mix of ticketed and free events for parents, grandparents and carers to enjoy some family fun.
Select your desired month and browse through the events happening that month. Note: seasonal event listing are updated about a month before the season.
You can also see events happening by month.
January
Australia Day: What’s On In Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
Free Art January at MRAG
Ultimate Guide to Summer in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
February
Maitland Show
Ultimate Guide to Summer in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
March
Clean Up Australia Day
Lake Mac Women’s Sport Festival
Newcastle Show
Newcastle Fringe Festival
Thrifty Newcastle 500
April
What’s On in April in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Celebrating Easter in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Easter Events in Sydney To Enjoy With Kids
Sydney Royal Easter Show
Hunter Valley Steamfest
Anzac Day Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
May
What’s On in May in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Newcastle Mother’s Day Classic Run / Walk
Mother’s Day Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
You’re Kidding Me Family Expo
Tocal Field Days
June
What’s On in June in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
20+ Things to Do This Winter With Your Family Around Newcastle
Merriwa’s Festival of the Fleeces
Whale Watching in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Port Stephens
July
What’s On in July in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
NAIDOC Week Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
National Tree Day: Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
August
What’s On in August in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Maitland Aroma Coffee and Chocolate Festival
National Science Week: What’s On in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
September
What’s On in September in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Father’s Day in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
New Annual Festival
Chalk the Walk
Lake Mac’s Living Smart Festival
Amaze & Play at Hunter Valley Gardens
October
What’s On in October in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
The Big Draw: Lake Mac Drawing Festival
Riverlights Multicultural Festival
Aussie Backyard Bird Count
Halloween Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Halloween Events in Sydney for Kids and Families
November
What’s On in November in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Enjoy An Outdoor Movie With Your Family & Friends in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Let’s Fish Lake Mac
Festival of Flight at Hunter Warbirds
Christmas Lights Spectacular at Hunter Valley Gardens
The Wiggles Christmas Concert
December
What’s On in December in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Ultimate Guide to Summer in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Christmas Carols in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Christmas Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
Christmas Events in Sydney
Christmas Under the Stars: Christmas Carols at King Edward Park
Christmas Family Fun Day at The Station
See Santa on the Lake on Christmas Eve
New Years Eve Fireworks in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & The Hunter
City of Newcastle NYE Event